Economics
Taiwanese Crew Hid to Escape Hail of Philippine Bullets
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Taiwan fishing boat captain Hung Yu-chi says he was at the helm in quiet seas on the last morning of a six-day trip when he noticed a black dot on the horizon.
Through binoculars, Yu-chi, 39, could see figures in orange on another boat, the color worn by both Taiwanese and Philippine officers as they patrol fishing waters claimed by each government. As the craft drew near, Yu-chi heard gunshots and realized the boat was from the Philippines. He shouted out to the rest of the crew on the Guang Da Hsin 28, including his father and brother in law, and increased speed.